15. An impious leader over a poor people is like a roaring lion and a hungry bear.
16. A leader destitute of prudence will oppress many through false accusations. But whoever hates avarice shall prolong his days.
17. A man who slanders the blood of a life, even if he flees to the pit, no one will tolerate him.
18. Whoever walks simply shall be saved. Whoever is perverse in his steps will fall all at once.
19. Whoever works his land shall be satisfied with bread. But whoever pursues leisure will be filled with need.